Local Showcase
The Local Showcase is a Hamilton Farmers’ Market initiative bringing local farmers, producers and artisans to the downtown core. Launched in February 2025 this initiative has already featured 18 vendors and we’re excited to launch the next phase of this program to support them and our Market community further.
As of October 2025 the Local Showcase has a new home at the base of the ramp, located on the lower level. This next phase includes an invest in infrastructure that supports the program’s long-term goals and individual businesses who activate the space, help capitalize on foot traffic, and complement our permanent vendor offerings.
The Local Showcase is a good fit for you if: you’re a Hamilton area farm or producer, are looking to grow your business and reach a new market, are looking for year-round indoor space.
Local Showcase includes:
ELECTRICITY
You will have access to electrical outlets.
REFRIGERATION
Refrigeration is available. If you require refrigeration, please include that on your application.
TABLES
A 5-foot table and 2 chairs are provided.
LOADING DOCK
Vendor access to the Market loading dock.
PRIME LOCATION
Located inside the Hamilton Farmers’ Market on the lower level in a high traffic area.
COLLABORATION
Meet and collaborate with other Market Vendors.
Eligibility:
The Local Showcase is specifically for local farmers, veggie & fruit producers, artisanal small-batch food producers and craft brewery/cidery business that are located within the Hamilton and immediate surrounding areas. To qualify, you must have:
- A valid Ontario business license
- Ontario Public Health Certificate
- Ability to operate 9 AM to 3 PM.
- Have commercial liability insurance of minimum $2,000,000
- Food Handling Certificate
- Food and beverage businesses of their products prepared in a commercial kitchen.
COST:
The Local Showcase currently runs on Fridays and Saturday and books seasonally. We are currently booking October-December 2025. All contracts require payment at beginning of the current season.
FRIDAYS: $50/each (plus HST)
SATURDAYS: $70/each (plus HST)
SPACES ARE LIMITED! APPLY TODAY!
Due to the high number of applications, we will only contact successful applicants.
See the Vendors that have been part of the Local Showcase:
